McGill University Thèses et mémoires publiés en 1976

Rifa'ah al-Tahtawi (1801-1873) is acknowledged to be one of the most significant figures in the modernization of Egyptian society_ This thesis is a study of his three most important books. The first three chapters describe Tahtawi's concepts of freedom, equality and justice. These principles are closely intertwined; they are a prerequisite for the prosperity and contentment of citizens. The fourth chapter explains that the kingdom is essential for the existence and achievement of the abovementioned principles. Similarly a just, wise ruler is necessary to maintain order and stability. The rights and duties of subjects, civil disobedience and government by representation …  Read more